Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Key Responsibilities - Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve quality, efficiency, and safety. - Lead root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA/CAPA) efforts for production issues, scrap, and nonconformances using tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, and fishbone diagrams. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies (e.g., value stream mapping, kaizen events, SMED, 5S). - Support new product introduction (NPI) by developing process plans, tooling, fixtures, and equipment requirements, and by participating in design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews. - Create and maintain PFMEAs, control plans, and process flow diagrams; support PPAP and other customer/quality documentation as required. - Specify, justify, procure, and qualify new equipment and tooling; manage small-to-mid-size capital projects from concept through installation and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ where applicable). - Analyze production data (OEE, cycle time, yield, scrap) to identify improvement opportunities and track project results. - Develop and optimize plant layouts, line balancing, and material flow to support capacity and takt time requirements. - Collaborate with Quality Engineering on process capability studies (Cp/Cpk), gauge R&R, and statistical process control (SPC) implementation. - Provide hands-on floor support and technical troubleshooting for production equipment and processes; serve as an escalation point for technicians and operators. - Train production personnel on new processes, equipment, and procedures. - Ensure processes comply with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. - 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment. - Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools; demonstrated success leading process improvement projects. - Experience creating and maintaining process documentation (work instructions, PFMEA, control plans, process flows). - Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for tooling, fixture, and layout design. - Strong data analysis skills using Excel; familiarity with statistical tools such as Minitab is preferred. - Solid understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, and measurement techniques. - Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Fluent in Mandarin Chinese; good working proficiency in English (written and spoken) for collaboration with international teams, suppliers, and customers. - Ability to work hands-on on the production floor and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.